Alfobre (pt for seedbed)
1. nursery for hydrangea plants to transplant
2. figurative place where a large number of things or beings of a certain type are created, produced or developed
About us
Alfobre is a project incubator focused on crafting strategies and digital products in the Cultural Heritage field.
Working with our partners and customers, we design solutions for Heritage documentation, dissemination and mediation based on Free and Open Source Software.
Digital
Using and developing digital strategies and technologies that facilitate access, participation, reuse, and collaboration.
Heritage
Mediating and disseminating Heritage, both material and intangible, by integrating diverse perspectives and contributions.
Community
Engaging and empowering communities in the discovery, revitalization, preservation, and enjoyment of Heritage.
Services e products
3D Models
Creation of 3D models of objects and sites or places, including archaeological sites or monuments. Models can be original, replicas or reconstructions of non-existent or partially existent specimens.
We use various techniques, such as photogrammetry scanning, polygonal modeling and digital sculpting, adapting the services to the proposed projects.
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Virtual Tours
Development of mediated and immersive visits to archaeological sites, monuments, or museums, through navigation among 360º photographs, including aerial views, with interactive exploration of multimedia content (texts, photographs, infographics, illustrations, 3D models, video, audio, games, etc.).
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Cartography & GIS
Map making for printing or web and GIS (Geographic Information Systems) services, including digitizing, geocoding, georeference and spatial analysis.
Criação de mapas para impressão ou web e diversos serviços SIG (Sistemas de Informação Geográfica), incluindo digitalização, geocoding, georeferenciação e análise espacial.
Customized geodata creation, collection, processing and organization tailored to the requested preferences and needs, with a special focus on open data, including OpenStreetMap, public agencies and the private sector.
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Animation
Creation of 2D and 3D animation movies for storytelling and present complex concepts in an accessible and creative way.
Digital animation production, using different visual styles and techniques, for educational purposes, scientific communication, promotion, raise awareness, architectural and product visualization.
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Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality
Design and development of immersive and interactive Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) experiences that promote engagement and interaction with Cultural Heritage. The developed solutions always seek the highest possible involvement, dissemination, and longevity.
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Tailor-made projects
Tailor-made projects, upon request, developed in close collaboration with promoters and partners, integrating Digital Technologies, Training, and Mediation activities.
The engagement and empowerment of the communities are common purposes in these projects. Also notable is the emphasis on the appreciation of open approaches and technologies (Free and Open Source Software, Open Data, Open Access).
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Training
Photogrammetry
Training in the use of Free and Open Source Software for close-range photogrammetry, including planning, photogrammetric processing, and post-processing.
Training courses and workshops can be introductory and generalist or have a specialized focus (e.g., drone photogrammetry, photogrammetry with low-cost devices, post-processing and optimization of models, etc.).
Get in touch with us and let's design a tailored training course or workshop.
3D Imaging
Training in the use of Free and Open Source Software for 3D modeling and animation. Both areas can be considered separately or integrated as modules within a broader course.
Training courses and workshops can be introductory and generalist or have a specialized focus (e.g., 3D modeling for 3D printing, optimizing 3D models for games, VR or AR, etc.).
Get in touch with us and let's design a tailored training course or workshop.
Maps & GIS
Training in the use of Free and Open Source Software for cartography (map making) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Training courses and workshops can be introductory and generalist or have a specialized focus (e.g., webmapping, GIS for heritage or archaeology, etc.).
Get in touch with us and let's design a tailored training course or workshop.
2D Image
Training in the use of Free and Open Source Software for vector drawing, raster image editing (including photographs), and image databases and metadata. The three areas can operate as standalone courses or as modules within a broader course.
Training courses and workshops can be introductory and generalist or have a specialized focus
Get in touch with us and let's design a tailored training course or workshop.
Projects
Alfobre's Geodata Catalog (self-initiated projects)
Geodata from non-commissioned projects and shared under free/open licenses.
Online list of web resources for GIS and Cartography
The A-DTGC (Alfobre - Digital Toolkit for GIS & Cartography) list includes software, data, bibliography, organizations, etc.
Online list of web resources for Cultural Heritage
The A-DTCH (Alfobre - Digital Toolkit for Cultural Heritage) list includes software, data, bibliography, organizations, etc.
Alfobre's map catalog (self-initiated projects)
These maps are non-commissioned projects and are shared under free/open licenses.
April Revolution sticker image gallery
Sticker images related to April 25, 1974 (portuguese revolution) shared for free without restrictions.
Dublin Core metadata Generator
A-DCG (Alfobre Dublin Core Generator) is a web tool project developed to support the creation of Dublin Core (DC) metadata.
Favorite web resources for GIS and cartography projects
List of favorite web addresses or resources most used in our GIS and cartography projects.
Contacts
The Alfobre team can be contacted in various ways. Send us an email, and we promise it will indeed be read by a human being who will respond as soon as possible ;)
In addition to the contact addresses, we are present on various online networks.
Alfobre
Rua Dr. António Costa, 29, 3º ESQ
3510 - 014 Viseu
Portugal
Phone +351 968 853 458
Email projeto.alfobre@gmail.com
